Yamaha XT660X 2010

On our roads if they always see lots of all the "vintage" and all colors: Yamaha XT 660X is the fast and reliable supermoto road that has contributed substantially to the spread of the fun off-road bike setup but brakes, wheels and tires pitch sports. The 2010 does not change anything mechanically but there comes a new color, the 'racing red' instead of the previous 'Yamaha Black' which was part of the 2009 range. Instead remain in the list the other two colors, the 'racing blue' and 'sports white'. Technically we are faced with a sturdy bike, funny, easy to drive and the line is apt that in the years been modified in a more determined until 2006, when they are changed substantially graphics but mostly got a new front grille minus " stylish "and more off-road. The engine is the immortal 660 cc single cylinder 4-valve SOHC with distribution, fuel injection, liquid-cooled 5-speed gearbox, capable of 48 hp at 6,000 rpm and 60 Nm of torque at 5250 rpm. The suspensions are simple but effective for road use, even Sports: telescopic fork and rear shock absorber both have excursion of 200 mm and an adjustment of compromise in order to absorb funds more uneven but also offer strictly on tortuous paths. The front disc brake provides the bulk of 320 mm with 4 piston calipers and 245 mm rear disc with twin piston caliper. The circles are rays with tube and fitting as original equipment tires Pirelli Dragon 120/70-17 "and 160/60-17" rather old but still very powerful as a project on a 'fun bike' as XT660X . The wheelbase is 1490 mm, not too compact, as well as geometry, with steering head angle of 26 °, the measures chosen to give a reassuring behavior even at highway speeds, since the supermotard Yamaha has a weight from 189 kg in running order. The price fixed for 2010 is 6590 Euro excluding the costs of registration and entry into the street.

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2010 KTM 250 SX-F Musquin Replica

To celebrate the victory of the best MX2 World Title with the pilot Marvin Musquin, KTM has decided to launch a race replica version of the KTM 250 SX-F 2010. A very special version dedicated to a sample of very young but at the same time with nerves of steel. 20 years still to be made, was born December 30, Musquin won like no one else has ever done in this category: After starting the season which saw him suffer a lot out of the race tracks, in fact, the Frenchman has found in the family KTM success and satisfaction. Again in the chase rewards that 2010 season when they depart in the World MX2 riding a KTM 250 SX-F KTM Red Bull Factory Team. Compared to the standard model, the KTM 250 SX-F Musquin Replication has many special details that make the 200 unique pieces that KTM will release around the world: among the factors most obvious, of course, there are graphic Red Bull Factory 's full Akrapovic exhaust system in titanium, but eyes trained well will realize very quickly the frame orange, orange and plates anodized Renthal handlebar Fatbar black. In the envelope "special" no shortage of guards, the saddle SXS, the paramotor, the protection of the brake disc (Front), hour meter, air filter cover orange orange radiator protection, the Factory and start to finish, the Rear orange crown. The new KTM 250 SX-F Musquin Replica will be available at KTM dealers nationwide from December. Author: Editorial

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2010 Aprilia RXV 450 with the Dakar

For the second consecutive year, the Dakar race in South America starting next prime the January by returning to the capital Buenos Aires and Argentina January 17 "After a successful season in the specialty of speed, Aprilia Racing engages in the most epic among the great Rally. As of January 2010, four twin-cylinder Aprilia RXV 4.5 officers will ride the Dakar 2010 in Argentina and Chile with the insignia of Team Giofil.
By partnering with Team Giofil - who won the 450cc category with Aprilia Rally Pharaons 2008 and 2009 - the revolutionary twin-cylinder Aprilia address the most epic and most famous among the major marathons motor with Italian rider Paolo Ceci, with the Spaniard Gerard Farres, with Chilean Francisco Lopez and the San Marino Alex Zanotti.L 'announcement comes at the end of a season of great success for Aprilia Racing in the disciplines of speed came three world titles (in classes 125 and 250 Constructors' and Riders in the 125 MotoGP) that are added to the excellent debut of the fast 4-cylinder Aprilia RSV4 Factory in the World Championship SBK: conduct in its first season of racing by Max Biaggi RSV4 amazed winning a victory, nine podiums and bringing the sample to fourth place overall in the Roman championship standings.
For the second consecutive year, the Dakar race in South America starting next prime the January by returning to the capital Buenos Aires and Argentina on January 17, after sixteen stages, a day of rest and nine thousand kilometers between Argentina and Chile
The twin-cylinder Aprilia RXV 4.5 fitted to the Team Giofil, arranged and assisted by Aprilia Racing, are the result of a revolutionary project that saw the Veneto pursue the path of technological innovation, more daring in the field of off-road motorcycles.
RXV, the version of the twin-cylinder enduro offroad Aprilia, has already demonstrated its potential in the large off-road racing: class win and third place overall in the Rally of the Pharaohs, 2008, the Pharaohs 2009 class win and two wins a row - 2009 and 2008 - in the grueling "Race to the Clouds", the American Pikes Peak that, every summer, we run on the highest peaks of Colorado.
450 cc, two cylinder V 77 °, compact and lightweight engine that equips Aprilia RXV is a concentrate of technology packed into a rigid trellis frame in steel tube with aluminum side plates to which is associated with a cycling reference , using the variable section aluminum swingarm, and a component of the absolute level.
That of twins and a technical solution leading edge and unique in the world of off-road Aprilia, alone in the world, also applies to the version involved in cross MXV World MX1 and SXV supermotard have already won 5 world titles in the World Supermoto.
Specification
Make Model
Aprilia RXV 450
Engine
Liquid cooled, four stroke, 77° V-twin cylinder,
Capacity
449
Bore x Stroke 76 X 49.5 mm
Compression Ratio 12.5:1
Induction
Integrated engine management system controlling ignition and fuel injection.

Throttle body: 38 mm http://www.omnimoto.it/magazine/2455/bmw-f-650-gs-test

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EnduroCross Picture 2009

In the world of Geico AMA Endurocross racing, I cannot think of one person that dislikes 2009 Champion Taddy Blazusiak. The rider from Poland always has a smile on his face, and when not on the track is hanging out with his many fans. All business on the track, Blazusiak racked up a series of dominating win; so much so that he won the 2009 Championship with one race to go. Playing to the crowd as Travis Pastrana often does, Taddy is always celebrating a good race with burn-outs, wheelies, and revving his two stroke KTM until you think it’s going to blow. In the Las Vegas pits I tracked down Taddy after practice to learn more about his dominant 2009 season.

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Beta Gamma RR 2010Io Stealing Beauty

The Florentine company shows for 2010 with the first Enduro entirely homemade. New engine, chassis and look give it a completely different character and convincing performance . The investments made by the Beta mark in research and development is now mature and give the first fruits for the enduro range. After several years on race tracks around the world with the Beta Boano Racing Team Sports and the realization of a 4-stroke engine specifically designed and dedicated to the Trial, the Florentine house is a further evolutionary step, presenting for the first time, made entirely RR in Beta. The goal of the house remains unchanged," there shall Donato Miglio, a key project of the new Beta, "which is to inspire in users a guide to natural and instinctive, with the construction of a mechanical means capable of transmitting the maximum feel and fun. " This happens thanks to the new project, completely revised and that inherits from the past, only some components of the printed and little more. The first impact is undoubtedly positive. The new superstructure, more flexible and detailed, give the new RR as a whole new one. The tail is now all of a piece with the side panels portanumero (style KTM) and trains are leaner and skillfully cover the tank and radiator water. The seat is visually a bit 'big and bulky (even the bright red highlights the size), but is ergonomically designed very well. The front is probably one of the most beautiful in the market now, as the beacon, definitely aggressive, combined with the new fender gives it a decidedly appealing. The driving position is very respectable, thanks to an oversize handlebars straight and tall at a distance from the handlebar-seat-footpegs reference. Complete the package of the dashboard levers properly spaced and a hydraulically operated clutch very progressive and modular. >Attention is immediately magnetized by the propeller, which, unlike other years, where production has always been to KTM, now we see it refurbished and branded Beta in all respects. Already under the aesthetic reflects their personality through the casing of variable thickness, necessary to tighten the points of greatest stress and reduce weight (31.4 kg, with levers, oil-free) and thanks to the lids of magnesium, which is particularly valuable and necessarily robust to absorb shocks in the boundary conditions. The guidance in developing the new engine, more than two years ago, will take a cue from Beta to create a product highly personalized and modern, with the highest reliability and usability. To achieve this, engineers Rignano Arno started with a blank sheet on which they put all the best solutions. The goal of the house remains unchanged," says Donato Miglio, "which is to inspire in users a guide to natural and instinctive, with the construction of a mechanical means capable of transmitting the maximum feeling and fun" Result? Three different thrusters cubature (400/450/520) with 4-valve, double overhead cam and rocker fingers. These rockers, with DLC coating, as in Formula 1 and MotoGP, have allowed a very narrow angle between the valves (8.5 ° / 10.5 °), thus optimizing the geometry of the combustion chamber. Furthermore, the unique design of forged pistons, in keeping with the design of inlet, fosters the development of a homogeneous combustion, stable and fast. This prerogative it maximizes performance by ensuring optimal levels of power and at the same time, the ability of providing a uniform pressure from low speeds up to enviable (over 12,000 rpm). The new twin-cam, though allowing for unparalleled responsiveness, not in excess of wickedness, maintaining a perfect balance between readiness and progression.The small 400 turn up really loud, almost like a motor preparation, while remaining very smooth and progressive at low and medium speeds, good for the amateur enthusiast.The 450 is instead the race car par excellence, who demonstrated that, already in the series, the power and skills necessary to compete back at high levels.
Finally, the 520 is strong and really powerful enough to use with having to set a guide for saving, rather than attack, working with long marches, especially in the fast portion, where the sixth, and sometimes can also convenient. A great job was done in terms of reliability and reduction of friction: the countershaft was equipped with a double counterweight to negate any kind of harmful vibration; were polished surfaces of the valves to improve the efficiency of aspiration ; was implemented lubrication with separate oil circuit (large capacity, about 0.8 liters each), so that the oil engine (crankshaft, piston, head), not affected by the deteriorating faster than ' oil clutch (gearbox and clutch) more stressed, especially in the area off-road.
In this way you can also use different types of lubricant, but that these must necessarily be compatible. For more delicate components of the steels used were derived Aerospace, can ensure a 30% higher resistance to the materials normally used in the motorcycle industry. This results in obtaining power and performance of all respect from the classical configuration of a motor, without exceeding in solutions more stringent (titanium valves), leaving ample room for growth and evolution
Beta finally stays true to the classical system of power, preferring once again the carburetor. This choice was dictated by the requirement not to put "too many irons in the fire, but to achieve a competitive product, absolutely reliable. The frame and the heat has already been established to receive, in the near future, the electronic injection system, which will surely be implemented in the years to come. As for cycling, although a first glance might suggest a few actions, in fact has also been completely revolutionized. The need to accommodate the new engine lighter and more compact in fact, has meant that the cradle become taller and more compact. Measures also have been completely revolutionized vital, as the section of the tube and tilt the steering column that has been increased from 17 degrees to the current 23 °, but without compromising agility, but improves greatly. The big news of Beta dall'appassionato are appreciated by the public Sunday that more experienced
New shares in fact, convey to the pilot a sensation of great safety and control, especially in extreme situations, thanks also to the increase in structural rigidity, its reactivity and lighter weight, become very valuable inputs during cornering and changing direction sudden. The important use of chromium-molybdenum steel for the main structure has been amply compensated for the use of a rear frame in plastic material (polyamide). The new frame also conceals many interesting goodies, including the ergonomic handles on the back of the saddle useful foothold in the mule, one compartment (under the table right port number) dedicated to positioning of a mini-tool kit and a As an innovative new feature release system of the saddle, thanks to which, with a simple button to leave the seat and act on the air box, side, without the need for any tools. The suspension, while being supplied by the same manufacturers, benefiting from the intervention of radical innovation: the Marzocchi Shiver (diameter 45 mm), always open the cartridge is fully reviewed in the system of pumping pistons, which now boast compression / extension diameter differentiated (greater than in compression, the smaller one in extension). This choice improves the balance of the flow of oil inside the stems and, in practical terms, it makes the front much more sensitive to minimum speed, but able at the same time, cashing out the bumps without discarding the most impressive. At the rear, instead there is a single from the larger, combined with a new spring. This configuration can reduce indoor temperatures and increase the capacity of oil in it, ensuring that the performance of the suspension are stable over time. Even the swingarm is a new concept, made this time in the merger. Currently, the new RR are approved car but within a few days released version 2 posts The geometries have been redesigned by optimizing the thickness at the points of greatest stress, for seeking an increase in the rigidity of at least 30% more than the previous version, without increasing the weight. Result is a significant increase in sensitivity, especially in the first part, and the progressive in absolute terms. Remain unchanged braking systems, already altered in previous versions, again confirming the winning choice of the disc wave oversize. Currently, the new RR are approved car but within a few days released version 2 seats, with prices for 2010 confirmed in € 8400.00 for the 400, € 8450.00 and € 8700.00 for the 450 for the large 520, ex factory, VAT included. The big news of the Beta are appreciated dall'appassionato Sunday and the public more expert, choosing the Italian House will know that you are riding a bike easy to handle and reliable in every respect.

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James Stewart Withdraws

I'm wondering if he's regretting the SX only contract? What happened to the good old days where people raced for a living all year long? Remember, SX was just a way to get MX indoors, or at locations, where more people could watch it. I don't know what's it's become today. Seems like it's more of a spectacle than a hobby you get paid to do (which was the dream!) James Stewart has withdrawn from the upcoming Genoa and Brisbane Supercrosses due to medical reasons, ending his "world tour" prematurely and putting a question mark on his health with the AMA Supercross season just eight weeks away.
Stewart, who pulled out of the final night of the Supercross of Paris in Bercy with suspected food poisoning, returned home after Paris and a medical evaluation by his doctors have found his "immune system to be dangerously compromised." Stewart has been advised by his doctor and team to discontinue any strenuous activity and not travel out of the country at this time, according to a release issued by his publicist today.
"I am really bummed about not being able to race in Italy and Australia," Stewart said in the release. "I've had such a great experience racing internationally. The fans are incredible and the race organizations really go out of their way to support me racing. I really wish I could still go but after talking with my doctors and team it's not in my best interest to jeopardize my health before the long Supercross season starts."
His Team San Manuel team manager concurred: "At this time, James will be focusing on getting healthy and preparing to defend his Supercross championship title. Taking time to improve his health and well being is our first priority."
According to the release, Stewart will continue to undergo medical evaluation and refrain from any kind of strenuous training activity until his doctor and medical staff advise him that he is fit to resume

I hope everyone can refrain from judging too quickly, as thats about all I know to say. Just like me and the rest of us, he needs the Lords help each day, and I hope he gets well soon first and foremost. From the sport aspect, to me James has been incredible in the SX, but I really loved watching RC outdoors, more than anyone, by far. Get well soon James.

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2010 Kawasaki KLX110 and KLX110L Photo Gallery

The 2010 Kawasaki KLX110L is designed with taller riders in mind and costs $2249. 14-inch front and 12-inch rear knobby tires on strong, steel rims provide great off-road traction and durability, and keep the seat low.A manual clutch gives the rider more control and is standard on the L model. The shock controls the rear wheel through a swingarm with a lower pivot. Stiffer spring and damping rates control the rear wheel through 5.2 inches of more firmly controlled travel, with greater resistance to bottoming.Four speeds instead of three exploit additional engine power: While the overall top-gear ratio is nearly the same, that extra gear is combined with a shorter final drive ratio to effectively tighten the gaps between each gear, while also widening the available range of operating speeds. Pushbutton electric starting makes it easier than ever to get rolling, but a reshaped kickstarter that clears the rider’s leg better is included for back-up.Re-tuned for 2010, the electric start 111cc SOHC engine produces more power than previous models and features a new 4-speed transmission that provides a wider selection of gear ratios to help capitalize on the new engine's increased performance. The KLX110's revised rear suspension offers increased bottoming resistance and an expanded ergonomic triangle helps the 110 accommodate a larger range of riders. The "standard" KLX110, features all the improvements listed above and comes equipped with a low 26.8" seat height, and a centrifugal clutch for easy, clutch-free stops, starts and shifting.
For more advanced riders or those wanting a taller seat height, the new KLX110L features a manual clutch for greater control and enhanced performance. A longer-travel suspension provides superior rough-road performance, and gives the 110L a 1.9" taller seat height than a standard KLX110

2010 Kawasaki KLX110/L Specs
Engine: 111cc air-cooled Single, 2-valve
Bore x Stroke: 53.0 x 50.6mm
Compression Ratio: 9.5:1
Fuel Delivery: Mikuni PB18 Carburetor
Clutch: Automatic (Manual on L model)
Transmission: 4-speed
Front Suspension: 30mm non adjustable fork; 4.3 in. travel (5.2 in. L model)
Rear Suspension: Hydraulic shock absorber; 4.3 in. travel (5.1 in. L model)
Brakes: Mechanical drum
Wheels: 2.5 x 14.0 in. front, 3.0 x 12.0 in. rear
Curb Weight: 168 lbs.
Wheelbase: 42.3 in.
Length: 61.4 in.
Rake: 24.2 deg. Trail: 1.9 in.
Seat Height: 26.8 in. (28.7 in. L model)
Fuel Capacity: 1.0 gallon
MSRP: $2099 ($2249 L model)
Colors: Lime Green
Warranty: 6 months

source motousa.com

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MX. Cairoli passes to KTM?

The world enters the hot phase but it is the market drivers to dominate the scene: Cairoli interested in the KTM, while Stefan Everts could leave the house of Austria.

Humor in August: Cairoli "free" and the case Musquin
After the race in Sweden after having been canceled by the time the GP in South Africa scheduled for 19 August, the MX world was thought to enjoy well-deserved days off and instead ... work in progress, and that work!
Shocking, shocking almost, the announcement from Yamaha to let the "free" Mr motocross at the time, by the name of Antonio Cairoli, scarce three weeks, we've found close to the twelfth round to be held on the mythical "beach" ... sorry, on the legendary track in Lommel (sand incredible, if you do not know the location), through frantic reports that have been chased, were denied, confirmed, and denials still an infinite number of times.
Do not forget the "case Musquin" which, imposed after the stop the driver just in the last GP of Sweden, was resolved with the French rider, currently leading the MX2, which will continue from now until end of season to compete with the orange KTM factory Mattighofen.
With Cairoli officially on the market, it is open season on budget. At the time of the cuts made by Yamaha, the various managers and directors of the major sports teams have seen "falling" from heaven, the possibility of the long shot and that is to see a dream come true, to engage Antonio Cairoli. The first of all to move, it was clearly Claudio De Carli, that the departure of Antonio and his team has not wanted to know about it for a moment. Taken for granted the impossibility of continuing the relationship with the house of the three tuning forks that for fifteen years it was tied to the colors Yamaha, manager Capitoline has been busy but above all they are hard to do that marketing managers of the various motorcycle manufacturers for investigating, and to be able to wear their team colors that three times won the crown rainbow class less (Cairoli Nails 125 and twice in MX2). After countless rumors about who was right and how the negotiation at the moment the situation seems more practical one that will see the historic blue means of Team De Carli, turn nell'arancio access KTM "Made in Austria. A maneuver that directly involves the Red Bull, main sponsor of the KTM factory De Carli, who shell out the necessary budget to guarantee the performance of Antonio Cairoli, for the first time in his life would rise on a KTM. For the usual discourse of the pyramid, with the vertex (Cairoli) in dance, all the other drivers have had to dance.
A dance to the standard of whether but when and still is involving most of the pilots of the two classes. With Philippaerts firmly in the saddle of Yamaha Rinaldi Team-managed, and the safe departure of the team Coppins Parma, the number one candidate to fill the role of the shoulder of defending champion Davide Guarneri seems that the game of the age limit imposed the MX2 (23 years) is forced to jump in class. After an exciting but 2009 is not consistent in the results, Guarneri may be in the vortex of the summit, reaching the friend Philippaerts in team "of dreams." But the dance does not end here.

Barragan and Nagl in search of confirmation in MX1
Cairoli said, probably dressed in the colors KTM, will almost certainly Spanish Barragan to have to marry elsewhere in the same case confirms Nagl and ports Goncalves KTM in MX1. Nagl but does throat-Team Teka Suzuki. The main sponsor of the brothers would Geboers advocated the passage of the young German in the official team sponsor since the same Teutonic flag and in doing so would in Serbia for the two displacements a "magic couple" formed by Nagl and by rising Roczen.
With Yamaha, KTM and Suzuki presumably already settled, who still remains a bit 'in the shade and the Honda. Related to decisions to be sent from the land of the rising sun in terms of economic budget available for next season, the top of the house with wings at the moment seems to remain still "at the stake." The only certainty is the reaffirmation agreement with Strijbos will continue his involvement with Team in MX1 Martin, long time team of reference for Honda in the World MX.
Accompany the young Belgian a "shoulder" adequate, considering the almost certain non-renewal of De Reuver, becomes a difficult task especially for tight budgets. If, however, that the emergent arrivals Teka Suzuki Desalle Clement, currently requires an engagement by top riders, it would open the possibility of a team to pull for Martin Belgian Strijbos paired with the same left vacant by Steve Ramon Suzuki to reconfirm De Dycker that it would cost less.

Kawasaki expects Pourcel
Melotte almost next to the withdrawal and a Mackenzie does not thrill, is trying to solve some physical problems, also force the other team of reference for Honda (Team CAS) to run for cover. Another great time to stay at the window and Kawasaki seems confidently awaiting the return of Sebastien Pourcel, after a season that saw him almost immediately forced the viewer because of the accident immediately to his right shoulder that forced him to surgery .

TM and Aprilia
At home "Italy", speaking of TM and Aprilia, Aigar Leok will still be riding the blue Pesaro while one of two twins red blacks will appear to change hands. Confirmed Manuel Priem, is almost certainly the departure of the Swiss Julien Bill. At present no name has been leaked by the ever super Aprilia sewn mouths of men, but in case of a dramatic shift in Nagle's Suzuki and consequent release of Ramon, does not mean that the two-time world champion will not be asked for a test in Italy . The dance of men and means of MX1 is obviously not free of the engine displacement, given the take over of the age limit, will suffer a jolt.

The MX2
Goncalves, Sword, Monni, Boissiere, Guarneri, Leuret, Bonini are those who will be forced to pass grade reached retirement age. Staying strictly within the Italian border, consequently cuts Yamaha, who seems likely to suffer the blow of this major result, and the team of Ilario Ricci. Historically linked to Yamaha, the manager from Modena is forced to revise his plans. With Guarneri in MX1 for reasons of force majeure, Loic Larrieu under contract with Yamaha Europe at this point, and then diverted to another team and would rather spend Aubin in MX1 immediately, the body would be totally wiped Ricci. Still tied hand in glove with Yamaha through the dealership Errezeta brother, Ricci could decide to stand independently with Yamaha (aided perhaps by Yamaha Motor Italy), even if outside the team officially supported. A media official for the next season seems driven by the agreement, not yet formalized, which provides 360-degree sponsorship from Monster Energy to every team official Yamaha MotoGP from down!
Very reliable voices assume that, downstream of this agreement, there is the departure of the orbit Ricci Yamaha (it was always in the top team of MX2 in recent years) for the team that currently dominates Gariboldi in the European MX2 with Charlier and already bears the colors Monster and last but not least, this situation would also compromise the relationship between the house and Team De Carli, who has two seasons is supported by Red Bull.
Always remaining in the "house rich", regardless of whether or not speech Yamaha could marry at the factory Guiglia, the young Viterbo Alessandro Lupino. After three years in the De Carli team, it seems high time for "The Wolf" to change. The new rules stipulate that teams are committed to participate in the championship with two pilots deployed in both single cylinder and in fact, De Carli, there are already confirmed for Cairoli and Leok MX1 and then Alex would be forced to change their coat to remain in MX2. Safe migration of Mona in the MX1 (for reasons of age and out of contract with 3C and still do not understand if you change team) also remains to be seen what will Deny Philippaerts who always remains in MX2.
Nothing yet decided even to Marco Maddie.
Other news of the market but not the driver is that the 10-time world champion Stefan Everts, is about to end its cooperation with KTM to take some sort of external management with many drivers, it remains more tied to the Austrian team in a direct and thus with the possibility to follow even drivers of different brands.

Certainty assumptions and denials, this is the leitmotif of this hot late July, which will begin next Friday the circus back to replenish themselves in Lommel, Belgium, where he is expected to twelfth round of fifteen in the program. Something new will come out, very old ... remain in doubt!

Enzo Tempestini moto.it

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New Rules in MX1 2010

MX. New rules for 2010. Motocross is a turning point? 2010: key year for the world cross. New rules and new samples (125 2T and 150 4t). Try to understand what changes

MX2
Age limit: from next year will be admitted to the start of the MX2 riders with the age of twenty-three. The rule was enacted with the intention of lowering the age limit of the cylinder so that preparatory to raise the level of competitiveness. The MX1 will become in effect the class.

Limit of 40 riders: confirmed but with application of entry criteria that will respect the following parameters: 32 riders will be entered by the teams, 2 wild cards for the national federations of the host the event and the other 6 will be reserved for teams to try new riders, or to the local organizers and possibly also to pilots from the European championship.
Youth Stream has also made official a plan that will be implemented to safeguard the professionalism of the teams present world. At the moment the need is not to increase the number of teams participating in the world but is to confirm the teams who have already given over the years demonstrated economic stability over time and having complied with all agreements made towards economic pilots and Youthstream itself. The first provisional list of the team admitted to the 2010 season will be published the first week of August. The teams accepted will be those who have at least two riders per class. Will not be admitted to the team who want to deploy a pilot or two pilots with displacement different bikes. Only on occasion will be given the opportunity to field a third rider in a team and this only if the team itself has provided guarantees of economic stability adequate to support the costs involved.

MX1
Notwithstanding what I said in terms of number of pilots (the two pilots from the same team will run in the same class) and economic guarantees to be able to participate in throughout the season, some change is also planned for the MX1. Although the regulation still provides the opportunity to participate in 40 pilots, the Youthstream is committed to keeping the numbers admitted to the start to a maximum of 30 starters. 26 chosen by team members, 2 wild cards determined by the organizing federation.

New standards: 125 2t and 150 4t
In the 2010 season will debut two new leagues: one reserved for the 125cc 2 strokes and what they will see engaged in race motorcycles of 150 cc 4 stroke
At the championship to 125 2-stroke riders will take part, aged between 13 and 19 years.
The two rounds of 25 minutes plus two laps, will be held in conjunction with the World MX1 over a period of 7 tests already included in the calendar.
The tournament reserved for the 150 4t, drivers will instead participate in the age group between 11 and 15 who competed in two heats of 20 minutes plus two laps, in conjunction with the MX3 - EMX2 on a base of 6 races.

2010 Calendars
MX1/MX2
April 11 ITALY Without Veteran EMU 125 2t
April 18 BULGARIA Sevlievo Women
April 25 Istanbul TURKEY
09 Maggio PORTUGAL Agueda Women
May 16 CATALUNYA (E) 125 2t Bellpuig EMU Women
May 30 ENGLAND Tba * Veteran
06 June France Saint Jean d'Angely Women EMU 125 2t
June 13 Valkenswaard NETHERLANDS
June 27 GERMANY Teutschenthal Veteran EMU 125 2t
SWEDEN Uddevalla 04 Luglio Women
July 11 LATVIA Kegums Veteran
01 Agosto BELGIUM Lommel Veteran
08 Agosto REP. Loket CZECH Veteran EMU 125 2t
August 29 Benelux (Netherlands) 125 2t Lierop Women EMU
05 Settembre Tba EMU 125 2t
19 September BRAZIL Canelinha
3 October - Red Bull FIM Motocross Of Nations - TBA
Tba *: to be assigned

MX3
March 28 FRANCE Castelnau de Levis EMU 150 4t
April 11 * SPAIN Tba EMU 150 4t
April 18 PORTUGAL Cortelha
02 Maggio ENGLAND Tba EMU 150 4t
May 16 GREECE Tba
May 23 TURKEY Tba
May 30 BULGARIA Troyan
June 13 REP. CZECH Holice
June 27 HOLLAND Markelo
04 Luglio ITALY Tba EMU 150 4t
July 18 SLOVENIA Orehova Vas
July 25 Mladina CROATIA
01 Agosto GERMANY Schwedt EMU 150 4t
August 22 Vantaa FINLAND
August 29 Randers DENMARK
05 Settembre SWITZERLAND Geneva EMU 150 4t

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2010 BMW G 450 X Reviews and Specification

BMW 450 X. This symbol, still unknown to many in the world of off-road a little over a year ago, has now become one of the main protagonists. Sporting success achieved second place in the world as the WEC, the Erzberg Rodeo and the Red Bull Romaniacs, can not only confirm the authority of the BMW brand, which has managed to bring her to succeed even in 12 months debut.
Not only that, but the variety of competitions in which the G 450 X has established itself, also confirms the versatility of this product, capable of being competitive in significantly different contexts.
The new color red blue look gives it much more "corporate"
Unlike the 2008 press presentation in which lurked an atmosphere of fear in light of the views against the press for the newborn 450, press the test in 2009 could not be better.
In the same paddock Six Days Enduro in fact, under the same tent where the Factory Team came every evening to change the tires, the production manager Marcus Theobald has introduced with great enthusiasm, what's new for 2010: "This year races and testing has confirmed the validity of our project and we would also have us where they can take action to improve certain aspects. From the perspective of the frame were made several interventions to improve agility and reaction speed axle, but without going to penalize stability. As for the engine instead, we worked a lot on electronics acting on the mapping so as to improve performance and also its reliability in extreme conditions. The great advantage of being able to participate in numerous international competitions has allowed us to gather a wealth of information can be analyzed and reported the experience on mass-produced products. "
But let's see what this means for us.
The BMW 2010 has no major interventions in terms of aesthetics. The new color red blue look gives it much more "corporate" side port number in the tables highlight the symbol X, instantly transmit the sporty character of the medium.
"The German house in a short time has made great strides and henceforth no longer be a surprise to find in the charts more important"
Handlebars, another straight and as required by the modern leadership, it was combined with a redesigned seat, slightly higher and more rounded, which allows you to move more easily into the saddle. Small neo, the rubber insert that hides the fuel filler cap, as, while driving back, it's easy trovarselo "between the legs." The controls are all well positioned and easy to manage, with the exception of the gear lever with which you need to get some 'confidence before you can manage them well. Curb the driving position is comfortable and well set, are in fact noticeable immediately interventions made to weight distribution. There remains a slight obstruction to the metal guard placed on the curve of the silencer right behind the dais as slightly projecting, even if the issue is of little importance: after a few turns, you get used to no longer notice it.
The new geometries are immediately noticeable, the load management has always been a subject of criticism for a Volkswagen. The angle of the steering column was in fact decreased by 2.5 mm so as to make the entrance more agile cornering and transmit a sensation of greater reactivity. In return, however, the rear swingarm has been lengthened, so as not to lose any kind of performance in terms of stability. The result is a bike from the same wheelbase, but with weights more balanced and less loaded front wheels.
The range, therefore, has been completely revised in the settings as the previous version was not sustainable and yielding. Now, new internal organs allow good flow in the first part of the race, but at the same time, provide adequate support even during the most violent impacts. I believe that new approaches are, however, still designed to use the softer middle, as trying to 'push' a bit, you realize that the front tends to close deal, charging too much about losing weight and therefore directionality. But acting on external registers can already improve a lot. The mono, always supplied by Ohlins, has been greatly improved, so that they can abandon the classical assumptions that no single linkage is difficult to develop.
As for the engine the main interventions are of a form. Were in fact introduced new maps (now the standard version is very similar to the racing model 2009) that make the single-cylinder engine more responsive at low speeds, while maintaining the great gift of elasticity. E 'was also rescheduled the configuration inherent in the electric start, as the previous version had to wait a few seconds after a stop in order to restart. Now the starter is absolutely instantaneous no matter the situation where it is called in question.
The innovative solutions adopted will deeply mark the character
In combination with the new setting is proposed, directly from the parent a special racing exhaust (not certified) much more efficient in terms of weight and great for those who want an engine more promptly without having to spend a fortune. The discharge will be optional in fact sold at a figure of around 250-300 euros.
With regard to the braking system, is the binomial Brembo - disk full daisy, excellent both in terms of modularity, and duration in time.
The test was definitely one of the most selective ever used for an actual test and be able to travel all over the lap of the race with this bike gave me the opportunity to be able to seriously test every point of view. In fact, after one year confirm that, before getting into the saddle, you need to take a step back.
The innovative solutions adopted will deeply mark the character and only adjusting their driving style to the bike you can appreciate to the full the talents and qualities. That said, BMW has clearly done draw on experience, bringing out a new G 450 X much more affordable for everyone.
The German house in a short time has made great strides and hereafter no longer be a major surprise to find the charts, much less to see it parked in the garages of many people.
And 'now available at dealers across Italy

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GNCC Dirt Bike Racing 2009

Continuing its strategic alliance with off-road series in Asia and Europe, the Can-Am Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) Series will send two top American racers to compete in the final round of the Japan National Cross Country (JNCC) Series, the AAGP, at the Sugo Circuit on November 22, 2009. FMF Makita Suzuki's Josh Strang from New Zealand, who finished second overall in the 2009 Can-Am Grand National Cross Country series in the XC1 class, and Shock Doctor KTM's Kailub Russell, who is fresh off his GNCC XC2 Championship win will travel to Sugo, Japan to compete.

It is a tradition for JNCC President Masami Hoshino to invite GNCC riders to the event, in exchange for Japanese riders that will compete in the opening rounds of the GNCC series. In March of 2009, Hoshino accompanied nearly a dozen Japanese riders and crew members who competed in the opening round of the GNCC Series at the Westgate River Ranch Resort in Florida.

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2009 FIM Supermoto Picture

FIM Supermoto Busca Results
Ivan Lazzarini pulled off a stunning win at his home round in Ottobiano, storming to second in the Championship behind leader Van Den Bosch. The latter was third on Ottobiano's podium behind Thomas Chareyre.

Adrien Chareyre was back to victory but did not manage to secure his third World Title by just four points. Delepine was second on the podium and moved up to second in the Championship as well while Burkhart completed the podium at his maiden GP appearance. Gozzini instead was disqualified in heat one after a crash and slipped to third in the Championship.

Adrien Chareyre had hoped to seal up the World Championship title, but missed it by only four points.
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2009 Pharaons Rally Results

KTM swept the podium with the popular 690 machines, but smaller bikes had a good showing as well with Paolo Ceci and Francisco Lopez putting their twin-cylinder

Cyril Despres pilots his KTM 690 to victory.Aprilia RXV450 machines into fourth and eighth, respectively. Additionally, Helder Rodrigues and Olivier Pain piloted Yamaha WR450Fs to fifth and sixth, respectively.

Pharaons International Cross Country Rally Results:
1. Cyril Despres, KTM
2. Luca Manica, KTM
3. Jakub Przygonski, KTM
4. Paolo Ceci, Aprilia
5. Helder Rodrigues, Yamaha
6. Olivier Pain, Yamaha
7. Fabrizio Mugnaioli, KTM
8. Francisco Lopez, Aprilia
9. Jacek Czachor, KTM
10. Albert Hintenaus, KTM Selengkapnya...

2009 FIM World Champion, Antonio Cairoli,

2009 FIM World Champion, Antonio Cairoli, struggled during Brazil's races, perhaps due to recent knee surgery.World Champion Cairoli also had a tough Brazilian outing, slipping in moto one and getting stuck in a second corner accident in heat two. The pole man was ninth overall at his first Grand Prix after undergoing knee surgery in the week following Lierop.
Tony Cairoli, Yamaha Red Bull De Carli: "I expected to be able to ride after the surgery but I was not sure of my speed and I was just happy to be here. The championship was already over so I came here to do my best. In the first heat I was pretty quick but got tired after a close battle with Philippaerts. I then made a small crash and lost time to catch the other riders. In the second moto Barragan crashed in front of me and there was nowhere to go. It was amazing with the crowd here and to see so many people coming to watch motocross. I hope we can come back next year. I now want to train as close to normal as I can before the Nations."





MX1 Race 1 top-ten:
1. Clement Desalle (BEL, Honda), 39:14.078
2. Maximilian Nagl (GER, KTM), +0:02.735
3. David Philippaerts (ITA, Yamaha), +0:08.439
4. Ken de Dycker (BEL, Suzuki), +0:09.877
5. Joshua Coppins (NZL, Yamaha), +0:13.631
6. Antonio Cairoli (ITA, Yamaha), +0:37.453
7. Steve Ramon (BEL, Suzuki), +0:42.279
8. Tanel Leok (EST, Yamaha), +1:25.452
9. Gareth Swanepoel (RSA, Kawasaki), +1:28.749
10. Antonio Jorge Balbi Jr. (BRA, Honda), +1:29.845

MX1 Race 2 top-ten:
1. Steve Ramon (BEL, Suzuki), 39:20.165
2. Clement Desalle (BEL, Honda), +0:04.350
3. Joshua Coppins (NZL, Yamaha), +0:05.996
4. Ken de Dycker (BEL, Suzuki), +0:24.343
5. Maximilian Nagl (GER, KTM), +0:32.527
6. Carlos Campano (ESP, Yamaha), +0:43.224
7. David Philippaerts (ITA, Yamaha), +0:54.357
8. David Vuillemin (FRA, Kawasaki), +1:09.893
9. Gareth Swanepoel (RSA, Kawasaki), +1:16.604
10. Julien Bill (SUI, Aprilia), +1:20.582

MX1 Overall top-ten:
1. Clement Desalle (BEL, Honda), 47 points
2. Steve Ramon (BEL, Suzuki), 39 points
3. Maximilian Nagl (GER, KTM), 38 points
4. Joshua Coppins (NZL, Yamaha), 36 points
5. Ken de Dycker (BEL, Suzuki), 36 points
6. David Philippaerts (ITA, Yamaha), 34 points
7. Carlos Campano (ESP, Yamaha), 25 points
8. Gareth Swanepoel (RSA, Kawasaki), 24 points
9. Antonio Cairoli (ITA, Yamaha), 24 points
10. Antonio Jorge Balbi Jr. (BRA, Honda), 21 points
MX1 Championship top-ten:
1. Antonio Cairoli (ITA, Yamaha), 561 points
2. Maximilian Nagl (GER, KTM), 525 points
3. Clement Desalle (BEL, Honda), 508 points
4. David Philippaerts (ITA, Yamaha), 497 points
5. Ken de Dycker (BEL, Suzuki), 495 points
6. Joshua Coppins (NZL, Yamaha), 485 points
7. Tanel Leok (EST, Yamaha), 395 points
8. Gareth Swanepoel (RSA, Kawasaki), 262 points
9. Jonathan Barragan (ESP, KTM), 229 points
10. Steve Ramon (BEL, Suzuki), 217 points

MX1 Manufacturers:
1. Yamaha, 655 points
2. KTM, 585 points
3. Honda, 543 points
4. Suzuki, 519 points
5. Kawasaki, 317 points
6. Aprilia, 245 points
7. TM, 193 points
8. CCM, 169 points
9. Husaberg, 0 points
10. Husqvarna, 0 points

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2010 Husaberg 390 Dirt Bike Models Picture

2010 Husaberg FE 390 Specs:

Engine: Single cylinder, liquid cooled 4-stroke
Displacement: 393.3cc
Bore/Stroke: 95 x 55.5mm
Compression Ratio: 11.1:1
Starter/Battery: Electric starter/12 V 7Ah
Transmission: Six speed
Final Gearing: 13/52
Clutch: Wet multi-disc clutch, hydraulically operated
Fuel system: Keihin EFI
Chassis: Double cradle perimeter design 25CrMo4
Subframe: Cross-linked Polyethylene
Front Suspension: WP-USD 48mm , 11.8 in. travel
Rear Suspension: WP-PDS shock absorber, 13.2 in. travel
Front/Rear Brakes: Disc brake 260mm/220mm
Front/Rear Rims: 1.60 x 21" DID/2.15 x 18" DID
Front/Rear Tires: 90/90-21"; 140/80-18"
Rake: 26.5 degrees
Wheelbase: 58.1 in.
Ground Clearance: 36.6 in.
Seat Height : 38.8 in.
Fuel Capacity: 2.25 gal
Curb Weight: 251 lbs. claimed
MSRP: $8898 Selengkapnya...

2010 Husaberg FX 450 Specs:

2010 Husaberg FX 450 Specs:

Engine: Single cylinder, liquid cooled 4-stroke
Displacement: 449.3 cc
Bore/Stroke: 95 x 63.4mm
Compression Ratio: 11.8:1
Starter/Battery: Electric starter/12 V 7Ah
Transmission: Six speed
Final Gearing: 13/52
Clutch: Wet multi-disc clutch, hydraulically operated
Fuel System: Keihin EFI
Chassis: Double cradle perimeter design 25CrMo4
Subframe: Cross-linked Polyethylene
Front Suspension: WP 48mm, 11.8 in. travel
Rear Suspension: WP PDS shock, 13.2 in. travel
Front/Rear Brake: Disc brake 260mm/220mm
Front/Rear Rims: 1.60 x 21"; 2.15 x 19" DID
Front/Rear Tires: 80/100-21"; 110/90-19"
Rake: 26.5 degrees
Wheelbase: 58.1 in.
Ground Clearance: 15.4 in.
Seat Height: 38.8
Fuel Capacity: approx. 2.25 gal.
Tank Empty Weight: 250 lbs. claimed
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2010 Husaberg FS 570 Specs

Engine: Single cylinder,liquid cooled 4-stroke
Displacement: 565.5cc
Bore/Stroke: 100 x 72mm
Compression Ratio: 12.2:1
Starter/Battery: Electric starter / 12 V 7Ah
Transmision: Six speed
Fuel System: Keihin EFI
Final Gearing: 14/38
Clutch: Wet multi-disc clutch, hydraulically operated
Chassis: Double cradle perimeter design 25CrMo4
Subframe: Cross-linked Polyethylene
Front Suspension: WP 48mm, 11 in. travel
Rear Suspension: WP PDS shock, 12.2 in. travel
Front/Rear Brake: Disc brake 320mm/220mm
Front/Rear Rims: 3.50 x 17"; 4.25 x 17" TUBELESS
Front/Rear Tires: 120 / 70-21"; 150 / 60-17"
Rake: 26.5 degrees
Wheelbase: 58.1
Ground Clearance: 11.8 in.
Seat Height: 35.2
Fuel Capacity: 2.25 gal
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2010 Yamaha YZ450F First Look,Reviews and Specification

Yamaha has been secretive about the 2010 Yamaha YZ450F, but it looks like the wait was worth it. The 2010 Yamaha YZ450F looks ready for dirt and we are looking forward to doing a full-test very soon. Amazing suspension revisement. Genius. They put all the right things in the right places. Cant wait to see what these things are going to be like to work on. Shorter stroke? Larger 4 valve instead of 5. WHHHEEEW. Hope the injection system is tits. Sign me up for the whitey.A new aluminum frame and swingarm are used, with the main frame constructed out of sixteen different pieces of aluminum designed to provide optimum rigidity and feel. The entire rear suspension was reengineered in order to keep the rear shock in the center of the machine, a position previously used by the airbox (now repositioned to the front of the motorcycle). Reworked triple clamps hold last year’s ultra-plush Kayaba Speed Sensitive fork and reduce offset down to 22mm (from 25mm). The fork also benefits from 10mm longer suspension stroke, updated damping characteristics and still offers both compression and rebound damping adjustment. What has taken so long for someone else to finally reverse the freaken cylinder head. Cannondale and now ATK has been doing it for years. It makes total sense so what's taking so long. It look's like Yamaha took the best of the cannondale of yesteryears and the husaberg of today to make one beautiful. Hopefully we will see these changes on the WR. Then you will have my check!
Engine
This cut-out shows the new 1.6 gal. fuel tank, relocated for 2010 on the YZ450F to underseatFor 2010 the YZ450F’s engine employs revolutionary new ideas we’ve never seen on a Japanese motocross bike. The first thing you’ll notice, besides its sharp new angular bodywork, is the way the 449cc liquid-cooled Single is positioned in the frame. It’s canted rearward for two reasons. First to exploit combustion force and second to keep the bikes reciprocating mass as centered and low as possible. You’ll also notice that the exhaust now exits from the rear of the engine. This was done in order to maximize the engine’s intake and exhaust efficiency by offering a direct path for both fuel and exhaust to flow through the engine.

The bike’s air intake system has been relocated to the front of the bike underneath the fuel tank just like on Yamaha’s YZF-line of sportbikes. A 12-hole fuel-injector shoots fuel into the 44mm Keihin throttle body attached to the front of the engine. It’s powered by a battery-less high input generator that is powered as soon as the kick start is touched.
The cylinder utilizes a bigger bore, shorter stroke format (97.0 x 60.8mm) with a higher compression ratio (12.5:1). A new 4-valve cylinder head replaces last year’s 5-valve component, and, in conjunction with the shorter piston stroke reduces the overall height of the engine. A new “tornado” exhaust system snakes trough the rear of the bike and is designed to complement the new engine’s power characteristics. The 5-speed transmission and cable-actuated wet clutch has also been updated for improved feel and shifting performance
2010 Yamaha YZ450F Specs
Engine: 449cc Liquid-cooled 4-Stroke Single; 4-valve
Bore and Stroke: 97.0 x 60.8mm
Compression Ratio: 12.5:1
Fuel Delivery: Fuel-injection
Transmission: 5-speed; cable actuation
Front Suspension: Kayaba Speed Sensitive; 2 way-adjustable for compression and rebound damping; 12.2 in travel
Rear Suspension: Kayaba gas charged shock absorber; 4-way adjustable for preload, high/low-speed compression, and rebound damping; 12.4 in. travel
Front Brake: 250mm disc with twin piston caliper
Rear Brake: 245mm disc with single piston caliper
Tires: 80/100-21 Dunlop D742FA, 120/70-19 D756
Seat Height: 39.3 in.
Ground Clearance: 15.0 in.
Fuel Capacity: 245 lbs.
Color: Team Yamaha Blue/White; White Red
Warranty: 30-days <>

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